2005 Audi S4 vs. 1958 BMW 503
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 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 202 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1958 BMW 503. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1958 BMW 503 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | 503 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
