2009 Audi A8 vs. 1985 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,696 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
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2009 Audi A8 | 1985 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |