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What engine is in a Triumph GT6?

What engine is in a Triumph GT6?

With a maximum top speed of 112 mph (180 km/h), a curb weight of 1903 lbs (863 kgs), the GT6 Mk III has a naturally-aspirated Inline 6 cylinder engine, Petrol motor. This engine produces a maximum power of 105 PS (104 bhp – 77 kW) at 5300 rpm and a maximum torque of 159.0 Nm (117 lb. ft) at 5300 rpm.

How fast is a Triumph GT6?

The interior of the GT6 features a wooden dashboard housing a full complement of instruments, with carpets and heater included as standard. The new car’s engine provided a 106 mph (171 km/h) top speed and 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in just under 12 seconds, a little better than the MGB GT.

How much does a Triumph GT6 cost?

The Triumph GT6 is a 6-cylinder sports coupé built by Standard-Triumph, based on their popular Triumph Spitfire convertible. Production ran from 1966 to 1973. Have another FAQ about the GT6 Triumph?…Model years for Triumph GT6 (1966 to 1973)

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When was the last Triumph GT6 made?

Triumph GT6
Production 1966–1973
Assembly Coventry, England
Designer Giovanni Michelotti
Body and chassis

What’s the average speed of a Triumph GT6?

Performance was now comfortably ahead of the MGB GT, which reached about 105 mph (169 km/h) and 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in approximately 13 seconds. Fuel economy was also improved to 28 mpg ‑imp (10 L/100 km; 23 mpg ‑US ).

What was the differential on a Triumph GT6?

The overall gearing of overdrive and non-overdrive cars was not different as the non o/d cars came with a 3.27:1 differential while the overdrive cars’ diffs were the same as the Vitesse 2 litre at 3.89:1. Front springs were uprated to cope with the extra weight of the new engine. The overall vehicle weight unladen was 1,904 lb (864 kg).

When did the Triumph GT6 Mk III come out?

GT6 Mk III. The final major facelift for the GT6 came in 1970 in the form of the Mk III. This time the entire bodyshell was revised to match the changes made to the Spitfire Mk IV: modifications included a cut-off rear end, recessed door handles and a smoother front end.

What’s the top speed of a Triumph Spitfire?

Later American-spec models are even more hampered, with 5mph bumpers, extra rear outriggers and a single carb; the speedo only goes up to 80mph. Beware 2-litre conversions unless based entirely on a GT6 chassis – Spitfire running gear can’t handle the weight and power.

Performance was now comfortably ahead of the MGB GT, which reached about 105 mph (169 km/h) and 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in approximately 13 seconds. Fuel economy was also improved to 28 mpg ‑imp (10 L/100 km; 23 mpg ‑US ).

What’s the difference between a Triumph Spitfire and GT6?

Notice the huge difference in acceleration (0-60 times) between the Spitfire and the GT6. Check out the torque per vehicle pound specs in red. Also notice the torque peak at a very useable 3000 RPM on the GT6. Putting big motors in small cars is classic “hot-rodding” Carroll Shelby style. However there is a cost.

GT6 Mk III. The final major facelift for the GT6 came in 1970 in the form of the Mk III. This time the entire bodyshell was revised to match the changes made to the Spitfire Mk IV: modifications included a cut-off rear end, recessed door handles and a smoother front end.

What’s the color of a 1967 Triumph GT6?

1967 GT6 MkI project at ¾ finished. Wicked picture reminds one of a Ferrari. The chassis, drivetrain, and much of the interior are done. The finished color will be emerald green. Hard to see but the interior is already repainted and the insulation and carpeting laid.

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