2008 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,163 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1959 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, 2008 Audi A6 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A6 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1147 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
