1971 Triumph TR6 vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 1971 Triumph TR6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. Both 1971 Triumph TR6 and 1968 Triumph 2.5 are equipped with a 2,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2.5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2.5 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1971 Triumph TR6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph TR6 | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | TR6 | 2.5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
