2005 Audi A8 vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A8 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
