1997 Audi A8 vs. 1988 Buick Estate
To start off, 1997 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Audi A8. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Buick Estate 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 1988 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8, 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A8. (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 1988 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
