2005 Audi S4 vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 982 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
