2000 Audi R8 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 1788 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
