2009 Audi S4 vs. 1960 Austin A 90
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
Because 2009 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S4 | 1960 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | S4 | A 90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |