1999 Audi R8 vs. 1981 Buick Electra
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1981 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | R8 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
