2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1974 Triumph TR6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1974 Triumph TR6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph TR6. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Z4 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
