1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
