1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Falcon | A8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2992 mm |
