2001 Ford 49 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford 49. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford 49 would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford 49 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Ford 49. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford 49.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford 49. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford 49. (175 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford 49.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford 49 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | 49 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2992 mm |
