1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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 A4 (350 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | GT 40 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2808 mm |
