1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 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 S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 2012 Audi S4 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 S4 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Roadmaster | S4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2809 mm |