2007 Audi S4 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort 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 266 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
