1968 Honda S800 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 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 266 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S800. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S800 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | S800 | S4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |