1972 Audi Variant vs. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1786 kg more than 1972 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 2007 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Variant | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
