1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 12 M | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | 12 M | A8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
