2001 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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, 2001 Audi A8 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
