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Triumph GT6 Mk I

General information

ModelTriumph GT6 Mk I
Year1966
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1996 ccm (121.80 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1996 ccm (121.80 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power96.30 PS (71 kW or 95 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque158.00 Nm (16.1 kgf-m or 116.5 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke74.7 x 76.0 mm (2.9 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed171.0 km/h (106.3 mph)
0-50 miles8.5 seconds
0-60 miles12.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1115 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3520 litres (930 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight864 kg (1,904.8 pounds)
Overall length3690 mm (145.3 inches)
Overall width1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Overall height1200 mm (47.2 inches)
Wheelbase2110 mm (83.1 inches)
Fuel capacity44.0 litres (11.62 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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