1976 Buick Estate vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 37 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, 2013 Audi A8 (328 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 54 kg more than 2013 Audi A8.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (441 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Estate. (380 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Estate | A8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2992 mm |
