1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 256 kg more than 1968 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Taunus | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
