1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 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 209 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 2012 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 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:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Audi |
| Model | 3000 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
