1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1971 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1971 Triumph GT6. (107 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Triumph GT6. 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, 1971 Triumph GT6 (165 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1971 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1971 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | GT 40 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 63 L |
