2004 Audi S4 vs. 1965 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina 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 291 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1965 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
