1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang. 2009 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Ford Mustang | 2009 Audi TT | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mustang | TT |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |