1999 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 12 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
