2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
