1971 Opel Admiral 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 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1971 Opel Admiral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Admiral. 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel Admiral | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Admiral | A4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |