2008 Audi S8 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
