2007 Audi S8 vs. 1972 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1972 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
