1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Skylark | A8 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |