1992 Audi V8 vs. 1959 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Audi V8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 973 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi V8 | 1959 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | V8 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 31 L |
