2000 Audi R8 vs. 1977 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri 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 188 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Capri weights approximately 1008 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (86 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Capri 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 | 1977 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
