1991 Audi V8 vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane. 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 1973 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi V8. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | V8 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
