2006 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1960 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A6 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
