1955 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1955 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | 40 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2992 mm |
