2005 Audi S4 vs. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II 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 211 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | S4 | 3000 Mk II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 27 L |
