1999 Audi S8 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Audi S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
