1996 Audi A8 vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Century 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 130 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Century. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Century weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Audi A8.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Toyota Century. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Century. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A8 | 1967 Toyota Century | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Century |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |