1999 Audi S8 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang 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 139 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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 1978 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
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1999 Audi S8 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S8 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 68.5 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |