2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 37 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Allroad | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
