2005 Audi S4 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S4 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
