1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LeSabre | A5 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |