2005 Audi S4 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S4 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
