1956 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | 40 | A4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2809 mm |