1964 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph Vitesse | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Triumph | Audi |
| Model | Vitesse | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
