2000 Audi A8 vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1954 Buick 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | 70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3230 mm |
