1992 Audi Coupe vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1992 Audi Coupe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1992 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1992 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi Coupe weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 1968 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Audi Coupe. (174 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi Coupe | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
