1999 Audi R8 vs. 1963 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 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 502 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 1268 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 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1963 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
