1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1369 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT6 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
