2005 Audi S4 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1978 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S4 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
