1995 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1995 Audi A8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A8 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A8 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 7050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |