2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 689 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Silverado | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 44 L |
