2007 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi R8 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-450. (399 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-450.
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 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi R8. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 142 L |
