1999 Audi S8 vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M 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 203 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M. 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 1968 Ford 12 M. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
