2004 Audi S4 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP) has 290 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | S4 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
