2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Audi Avantissimo.
Because 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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 Avantissimo 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) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Avantissimo. (600 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Avantissimo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Avantissimo | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3030 mm |
