2004 Ford GT vs. 1971 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1971 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 435 kg more than 1971 Triumph TR6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1971 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | GT | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
