2000 Audi R8 vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus 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 148 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 1113 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Taunus 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 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
