1988 Audi V8 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | V8 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
