2000 Audi R8 vs. 1966 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1117 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1966 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1966 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
