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, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8.
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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang. 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 | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
