1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 44 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, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 608 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3122 mm |
