1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 604 kg more than 1972 Triumph GT6.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Camaro | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2120 mm |
