2005 Audi S4 vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 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 222 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | S4 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
