2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 40 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1996 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Crown Victoria | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 44 L |
