1996 Audi S6 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera

To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 28 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, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.

Because 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi S6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi S6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Audi S6 1968 Buick Riviera
Make Audi Buick
Model S6 Riviera
Year Released 1996 1968
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 7050 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 322 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 645 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 106.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 99.4 mm
Top Speed 250 km/hour 193 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 75 L


 

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