2005 Audi S4 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S4 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
