1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 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 Q3 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LeSabre | Q3 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |