2005 Audi S4 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S4 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5735 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 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3230 mm |
