1991 Audi V8 vs. 1965 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 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, 1991 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1965 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | V8 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
