2003 Audi A8 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1969 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A8 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
