2005 Audi A8 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2340 mm |
