1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1971 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Zephyr | R8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2649 mm |
