1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 37 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, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 145 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 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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 A7 (441 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (435 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Riviera | A7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6595 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2914 mm |
