2001 Audi A8 vs. 1971 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 30 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 40 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1971 Buick Riviera.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3110 mm |
