1987 Audi 80 vs. 1951 Buick 40
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick 40 (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1951 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 80 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3090 mm |
