1999 Audi R8 vs. 1957 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 534 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 1192 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8 | 1957 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8 | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 610 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 187 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1590 mm |