1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 41 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 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2809 mm |
