2005 Audi S4 vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1977 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3080 mm |
