2000 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
