1952 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1952 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | 40 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2139 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2914 mm |
