1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | A8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2992 mm |
