1992 Audi V8 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1992 Audi V8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 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 188 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 734 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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 1968 Ford 17. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi V8 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | V8 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
