2006 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 500 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
| Model | Grand Prix | 2.5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
