1968 Ford 17 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 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 415 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | 17 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
