1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1966 Ford Mustang. (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | R8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
