1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1959 Buick Invicta
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 940 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Buick Invicta 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 1959 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe, 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1989 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1959 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Coupe | Invicta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3130 mm |
