1995 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 176 kg more than 1995 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2868 mm |
