UK vs UK — 1968 vs 1980
| TR6 PI (Fuel Injection) | TR8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 150 hp | 133 hp |
| Torque | 165 lb-ft | 180 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 2,498 cc | 3,528 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 8.2 sec | 8.4 sec |
| Top Speed | 120 mph | 120 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 16.0 sec | 16.0 sec |
| Weight | 2,463 lbs | 2,557 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,235 mm | 2,159 mm |
| Length | 3,962 mm | 4,064 mm |
| Units Produced | 91,850 | 2,722 |
| Original MSRP | $3,595 | $14,000 |
| Value (Excellent) | $65,000 | $45,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 4/10 | 7/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1968 Triumph TR6 PI (Fuel Injection) brings more power, quicker acceleration to the table, and the 1980 Triumph TR8 answers with greater rarity. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Triumph has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1968 Triumph TR6 PI (Fuel Injection) with the 1980 Triumph TR8 highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1968 Triumph TR6 PI (Fuel Injection) producing 150 hp and the 1980 Triumph TR8 delivering 133 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Triumph TR6 uses a Inline-6 OHV displacing 2,498 cc, while the Triumph TR8 relies on a V8 OHV 16V with 3,528 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1968 Triumph TR6 PI (Fuel Injection) edges ahead at 8.2 seconds versus 8.4 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 2,722 units built, the 1980 Triumph TR8 is considerably scarcer than the Triumph TR6's 91,850 examples. Both trade at comparable values on the collector market, making the choice between them largely one of personal preference.