1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 505 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi Super 90 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Super 90 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |
