2005 Audi S4 vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 871 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
