2003 Audi A8 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1970 Triumph Herald. 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A8 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
