1972 Ford Custom vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 149 kg more than 2010 Audi R8.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Custom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom. 1972 Ford Custom has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Custom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Custom | R8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
