2009 Audi A5 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 50 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 135 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Audi | Triumph |
Model | A5 | Herald |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 29 L |