1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 2010 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 944 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2809 mm |
