1971 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Sprinter | R8 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2649 mm |