1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Mustang. 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S4. (440 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S4. 2011 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Ford Mustang | 2011 Audi S4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mustang | S4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7014 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 440 Nm |
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 | 4750 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2809 mm |