2005 Audi S4 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 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 317 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | S4 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 24 L |
