1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Fairlane | A8 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2992 mm |