1956 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1956 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | 40 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
