2007 Audi S4 vs. 1952 Austin A 30
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1952 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S4 | A 30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
