2006 Audi A8 vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1975 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
