2005 Audi S4 vs. 1965 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1965 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S4 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
