1972 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Century | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Century | A5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
