1966 Triumph GT6 vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 431 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. 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, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Triumph GT6 | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Triumph | Venturi |
Model | GT6 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |