2007 Audi S4 vs. 1969 Ford 17
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 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 282 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1969 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
