2009 Audi S5 vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1967 Triumph 2000. 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S5 | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | S5 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
