1968 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 854 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1968 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1968 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 100 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
