2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | R8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
