1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (328 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Audi A8.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (441 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Riviera | A8 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 328 HP |
Torque | 645 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 89.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2992 mm |