1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1983 Audi 4000
To start off, 1983 Audi 4000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1983 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 4000.
Because 1983 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Audi 4000 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Buick Invicta | 1983 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Invicta | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
