2005 Audi S4 vs. 1973 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S4 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
