2007 Audi S4 vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | S4 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
