2001 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 33 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 75 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
