2005 Audi S4 vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia 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 281 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S4 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
