1979 Ford LTD vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | LTD | A8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5062 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2944 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
