2001 Audi A4 vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 47 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, 2001 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.
Because 1954 Buick 70 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 1954 Buick 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4, 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1954 Buick 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | 70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3230 mm |
