2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. Both 2006 Cadillac BLS and 1968 Triumph GT6 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 640 kg more than 1968 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 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | BLS | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
