1973 Audi Asso vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1973 Audi Asso is newer by 5 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Asso | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3030 mm |
