1969 Audi Variant vs. 1950 Buick 40
To start off, 1969 Audi Variant is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1950 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Variant | 40 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3090 mm |
