2009 Audi A8 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,696 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1951 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, 2009 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A8 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
