2008 Audi TT vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Audi TT.
Because 1968 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi TT | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | TT | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |