1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2007 Audi R8
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Audi R8.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2007 Audi R8 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
Model | Toronado | R8 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 75 L |