2005 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S4 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
