1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 64 kg more than 2013 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2808 mm |
