2005 Audi S4 vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1983 Porsche 959.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | 959 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
