1971 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 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 254 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2809 mm |
