1977 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Electra | A8 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3122 mm |