2008 Audi R8 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1976 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, 2008 Audi R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
