2004 Audi S4 vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 4 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S4 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 119 L |
