1965 Triumph 2000 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1965 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Triumph 2000 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Audi |
| Model | 2000 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
