2006 Audi A4 vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
