1988 Audi V8 vs. 1972 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Riviera. 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi V8. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1988 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1972 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | V8 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
