2010 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1995 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1995 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Falcon. (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A8 | 1995 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5192 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3073 mm | 2800 mm |
