1968 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph Vitesse | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Audi |
| Model | Vitesse | A6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
