1973 Audi Asso vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 1973 Audi Asso is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Asso | 40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3110 mm |
