1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Roadmaster.
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1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Roadmaster | R8 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1267 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |