2001 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 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, 2001 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A8 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2110 mm |
