1988 Audi V8 vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Audi V8.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi V8 | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | V8 | Century |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |