1999 Audi R8 vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri 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 506 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Capri weights approximately 1060 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 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1973 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1340 mm |
