1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 31 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 757 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | LeSabre | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
