1994 Audi A8 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A8 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Audi | Triumph |
Model | A8 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |