2004 Audi S4 vs. 1948 Austin A 40
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1948 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S4 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
