1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1964 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Anglia | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Anglia | A8 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |