1967 Ford 17 vs. 2007 Audi R8
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1967 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 17 | 2007 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | 17 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
