1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. 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 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Triumph | Audi |
| Model | GT6 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
