2005 Audi S4 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 112 L |
