2004 Audi S4 vs. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 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 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 752 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 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 (411 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | S4 | 3000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
