2005 Audi S4 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S4 | Delta 88 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 101 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |
