2007 Audi S4 vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4. 1976 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | S4 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
