1999 Audi S8 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S8 | Century |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
