2004 Audi S4 vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 1081 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S4 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
