1966 Audi Variant vs. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1786 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant, 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, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Audi Variant | 2010 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Variant | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |