2011 Audi A5 vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A5 | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A5 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2580 mm |
