2008 Audi S4 vs. 1958 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 1958 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 31 L |
