2008 Acura TL vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 414 kg more than 1967 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | TL | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |
