1972 Ford Maverick vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1972 Ford Maverick is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph GT6 (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Maverick weights approximately 396 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6.
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, 1972 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Maverick | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Maverick | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2110 mm |
