1996 Toyota Supra vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1996 Toyota Supra is newer by 24 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1972 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Supra weights approximately 695 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, 1996 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Supra | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Supra | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 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 | 1615 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
