2005 Audi S4 vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 648 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
