1969 Triumph GT6 vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. Both 1969 Triumph GT6 and 2006 Cadillac BLS are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 640 kg more than 1969 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Triumph GT6 | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Triumph | Cadillac |
| Model | GT6 | BLS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
