1972 Triumph TR6 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1972 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1972 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph TR6 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Triumph | Chevrolet |
| Model | TR6 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
