2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 39 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 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1525 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Continental GT | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 44 L |
