2005 Audi S4 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
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 Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S4 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 91 L |
