1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 612 kg more than 1968 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
