1968 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 749 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escort | R8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 90 L |
