1999 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 764 kg more than 2009 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 2009 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 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
