1988 Audi V8 vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | V8 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
