2007 Audi S4 vs. 1961 Austin A 40
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 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 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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 1961 Austin A 40. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1961 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S4 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 26 L |
