2007 Audi A8 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
