2009 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. 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 A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A6 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2110 mm |
