2001 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
