New vs. Old: 2015 Subaru WRX vs. 2010 Audi S4 - Car and Driver

We’ve brought together a new Subaru WRX and a used Audi S4 because both have similar lineages, with four-wheel-drive systems whose roots extend back to the rally stage. They have similar performance, too: Both post nearly identical sub-five-second zero-to-60 times, mid-13-second quarter-miles, and mid-0. At the announcement of the 2010 Audi S4 and its 333-hp, supercharged 3. 0-liter V-6, fans of the 2004–2008 S4’s 340-hp V-8 called out the new car for its lowered cylinder count, often in ways not even appropriate for the modern-day locker room. Its live-bait styling, stagnant power rating, and common Impreza platform underwhelmed enthusiasts expecting something closer to the WRX concept shown at the 2013 New York auto show. Note: All this nattering came from quarters overly familiar with the cars’ spec sheets but not with their over-the-road behavior. It did so with a carefully tailored mechanical package whose mightiest stitch may be its optional torque-vectoring rear diff. We said, “The active rear differential, which pushes one side or the other to aim the car. ” Also from that same comparison test: “The S4’s grip and path control is dazzling and convincingly outclasses the 335i. ” The car then went on to wreath itself in more glory, winning a 10Best award for 2010. What we’re talking about here is one... This Subaru WRX will never be confused with the overachiever in its segment because, really, it has no segment. Source: www.caranddriver.com