2008 Audi A6 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. 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 A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A6 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
