2009 Audi R8 vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
