1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (328 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (441 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Mustang | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2992 mm |
