2005 Audi S4 vs. 1966 BMW 1600
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 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 255 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1966 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
