1972 Ford Custom vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 40 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom.
Because 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 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 A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Custom | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Custom | A8 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |