1985 Buick Century vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Century would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP) has 282 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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 A8 (445 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Century | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Century | A8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 367 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2992 mm |
