1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Falcon | S4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
