2008 Audi S5 vs. 1970 Toyota 2000GT

To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 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, 2008 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota 2000GT.

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2008 Audi S5 1970 Toyota 2000GT
Make Audi Toyota
Model S5 2000GT
Year Released 2008 1970
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 354 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 249 km/hour 220 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 60 L