2004 Audi S4 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring 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 255 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | Touring |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
