2005 Audi S4 vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
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 Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird 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 Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S4 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 7456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
