1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 44 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari A10 weights approximately 420 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Triumph | Ascari |
| Model | GT6 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2636 mm |
