2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | RS6 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 39 L |
