2000 Audi A8 vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 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 208 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1970 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 (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A8 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
