2005 Audi S4 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S4 | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
