1996 Audi S6 vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1967 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | S6 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |
