2005 Audi S4 vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | V8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
