1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 960 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
Model | V8 Vantage | GT6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |