2007 Audi S8 vs. 1992 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang 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 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Mustang. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S8 | 1992 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S8 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |