2000 Audi R8 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang 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 129 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1223 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
