1973 Triumph Dolomite vs. 2009 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (127 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari A10 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (158 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Triumph Dolomite | 2009 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Triumph | Ascari |
Model | Dolomite | A10 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2636 mm |