2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1969 Triumph TR6. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph TR6. (223 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1969 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mustang | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
