1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 8 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 750 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Cutlass | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2110 mm |
