1972 Triumph GT6 vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1972 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 869 kg more than 1972 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, 2012 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph GT6 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Triumph | Lexus |
| Model | GT6 | GS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 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 | 920 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2120 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
