2004 Audi S4 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 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 178 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (411 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
