1971 Oldsmobile 442 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | 442 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2809 mm |
