1976 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Electra | S5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
