2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 798 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. 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 Mustang (529 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mustang | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 44 L |
