1959 Triumph Herald vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Triumph Herald has manual transmission. 1959 Triumph Herald will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Triumph Herald | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Audi |
| Model | Herald | A6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1145 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |
