1996 Ford Falcon vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 720 kg more than 1969 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Falcon | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Falcon | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3707 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2110 mm |
