1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 40 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 64 L |
