1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Buick Riviera. (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 Audi RS5.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi RS5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi RS5. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi RS5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi RS5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Riviera | RS5 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2751 mm |