2007 Audi S4 vs. 1952 Austin A 40
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 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 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 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1952 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S4 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
