1970 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100.
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 F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100. 2011 Ford F-250 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 F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 132 L |
