1951 Buick 40 vs. 1986 Audi 4000
To start off, 1986 Audi 4000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick 40 (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 4000.
Because 1986 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 4000 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, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 1986 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | 40 | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2550 mm |
