1991 Audi 100 vs. 1950 Buick 40
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100, 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (264 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1950 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 100 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 4065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3090 mm |
