2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1969 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 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | 300 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
