2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 32 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 438 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Falcon | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
