1978 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Regal | S4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2809 mm |
