1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 20 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 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Roadmaster | A8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2992 mm |
