2005 Audi S4 vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |
