2007 Audi A8 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Audi A8 1975 Toyota Corolla
Make Audi Toyota
Model A8 Corolla
Year Released 2007 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1406 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 330 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2410 mm