2003 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 2003 Audi A4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1956 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
