1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250.
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 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-250. (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | F-250 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2992 mm |
