2005 Audi S4 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1956 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S4 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3110 mm |
