1977 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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 A6 (549 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Regal | A6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2916 mm |
