1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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 A7 (549 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (395 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Falcon | A7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2914 mm |
