2005 Audi S4 vs. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | S4 | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 97 L |
