1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Wildcat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Wildcat | A5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2751 mm |
