2000 Audi A8 vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1967 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A8 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
