1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 706 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT6 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
