1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Audi |
| Model | Nazca | S4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2809 mm |
