1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Zodiac | R8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
