1999 Audi S8 vs. 1964 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1964 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1964 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
