1998 Audi S8 vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Century. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Audi S8.
Because 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Century. (270 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1975 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Century |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
