2004 Audi S4 vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. 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, both vehicles can yield 410 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1954 Buick 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S4 | 70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 5274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3230 mm |
