2000 Audi R8 vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 878 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | R8 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
