2007 Audi S4 vs. 1973 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen K 70 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. 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 1973 Volkswagen K 70. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1973 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S4 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
