2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1947 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Triumph Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | Q5 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1947 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
