2008 Audi S6 vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | S6 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| 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 | 435 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
