1996 Audi A8 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 75 L |
