1984 Audi 90 vs. 1970 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1970 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
