1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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 Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2005 Audi S4 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Riviera | S4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |