2004 Audi S4 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S4 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
