1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Falcon | S4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2809 mm |
