2004 Audi S4 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. 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 1960 Triumph Herald. 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | S4 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
