1999 Audi R8 vs. 1973 Toyota Century

To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 1698 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Century. (236 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Century. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1973 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1973 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi R8 1973 Toyota Century
Make Audi Toyota
Model R8 Century
Year Released 1999 1973
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 2981 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 610 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 705 Nm 236 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 1 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1470 mm


 

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