2009 Audi S8 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S8 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6. 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | S8 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
