2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford ST 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford ST 460 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford ST 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | ST 460 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
