1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 2009 Audi R8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mustang | R8 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |