2007 Audi S8 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica 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 381 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
