1989 Audi V8 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | V8 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
