2004 Audi S4 vs. 1980 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1980 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 179 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi S4 | 1980 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | S4 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |