1950 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2013 Audi A3.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | 40 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1995 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2578 mm |
