2009 Audi R8 vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1996 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Falcon. (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
