1971 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2011 Audi S3
To start off, 2011 Audi S3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S3 (252 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Audi S3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Land Rover Serie II | 2011 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | Serie II | S3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
