1989 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1989 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Mustang | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mustang | R8 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 525 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 | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |