2005 Audi S4 vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S4 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3210 mm |
