1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 550 kg more than 1972 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Camaro | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2120 mm |
