2000 Audi A8 vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 66 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2750 mm |
