2005 Audi S4 vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | S600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
