2000 Audi R8 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1898 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi R8 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | R8 | Riviera |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 7050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 645 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |