2005 Audi S4 vs. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 1978 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | S4 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |