1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 685 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 R8 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 R8 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 R8 (530 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | R8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2649 mm |
