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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (256 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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 Pontiac GTO (461 Nm) has 51 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 | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
