1989 Audi V8 vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1989 Audi V8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-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 F-250 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | V8 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3561 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2892 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 144 L |