1999 Audi S8 vs. 1966 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 571 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Mustang. 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) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1966 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 6385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
