1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1967 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. 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 (627 Nm) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 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:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | GT 40 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 90 L |
