2005 Audi S4 vs. 1957 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 968 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1957 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 31 L |
