1995 Audi A8 vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1995 Audi A8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (94 Nm @ 3760 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A8 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3760 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2140 mm |
