2007 Audi A8 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2340 mm |
