1970 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 100 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 5398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 115 L |