1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Audi S5.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S5. 1973 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Buick Riviera | 2010 Audi S5 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Riviera | S5 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |