2002 Audi A8 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A8 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |
