2005 Audi A8 vs. 1988 Buick Electra
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1988 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
