2000 Audi A8 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
