1976 Toyota Mark II vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Mark II | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Mark II | A8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3073 mm |
