2005 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (276 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. (645 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A8 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
