1954 Buick 70 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2012 Audi A5.
Because 1954 Buick 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Buick 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | 70 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2751 mm |
