1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia. 2012 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Anglia | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Anglia | S4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2809 mm |