1978 Opel Senator vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 11 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Senator | GT6 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2110 mm |