1959 Triumph Herald vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 53 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 980 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Triumph Herald | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Triumph | Audi |
Model | Herald | A5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 67 L |