1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick. 2012 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Maverick | A5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |