1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 669 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
