1970 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 41 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1970 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1970 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2093 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 125 L |
