1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1948 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 AC 2-Litre | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | 2-Litre | S4 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |
