2007 Acura TL vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 39 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. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 590 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | TL | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
