2005 Ford GT vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (345 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. 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 (800 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford GT. (678 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | GT | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
