1997 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera

To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 29 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 157 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 495 kg more than 1997 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Audi A6 1968 Buick Riviera
Make Audi Buick
Model A6 Riviera
Year Released 1997 1968
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 7050 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 645 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 106.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 99.4 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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