2007 Audi S8 vs. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S8 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |