2005 Audi S4 vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | S4 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
