2005 Audi A8 vs. 1985 Buick Wildcat
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (355 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Wildcat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1985 Buick Wildcat | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Wildcat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2600 mm |
