2005 Audi S4 vs. 1953 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 892 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | S4 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
