2000 Audi S8 vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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 S8 (583 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
