2007 Audi A8 vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1967 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
