1999 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Regal | A8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |