2009 Acura RL vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 43 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 715 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | RL | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 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 | 1575 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 44 L |
