1977 Holden GTS vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 615 kg more than 1967 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, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | GTS | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2110 mm |
