2000 Audi R8 vs. 1971 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 2038 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | R8 | Riviera |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 617 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |