2001 Acura RL vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 815 kg more than 1967 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | RL | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
