1979 Buick Century vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
Because 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2010 Audi S8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Century | S8 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |