2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 814 kg more than 1973 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph GT6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Five Hundred | GT6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |