1973 Triumph GT6 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1973 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1406 kg more than 1973 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph GT6 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | GT6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2120 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
