2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 39 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 217 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | E-150 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 63 L |
