1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang 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 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 687 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 Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mustang | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4655 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
