1956 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Audi RS3
To start off, 2011 Audi RS3 is newer by 55 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, 2011 Audi RS3 (335 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi RS3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 2011 Audi RS3 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, 2011 Audi RS3 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi RS3. (450 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi RS3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2011 Audi RS3 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | 40 | RS3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
