2007 Audi S8 vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona 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 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corona. 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 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
