1976 Buick Estate vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 199 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Estate. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Buick Estate | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Estate | R8 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |