2007 Audi S8 vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 1969 Toyota Century | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S8 | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |