2008 Audi A5 vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1970 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A5 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
