1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | LeSabre | S8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
