1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 42 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 657 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT6 | CC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
