1980 Buick Estate vs. 2012 Audi S6
To start off, 2012 Audi S6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S6 (414 HP) has 274 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate.
Because 2012 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S6 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 S6 (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 2012 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Estate | S6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
