1974 Buick GS vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q5 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1974 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q5. 2010 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1974 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | GS | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2807 mm |
