2005 Audi S4 vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | S4 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 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 | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
