2004 Audi S4 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 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 303 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. 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 1961 Wartburg 312. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | S4 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
