2006 Audi A3 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 1956 Buick 40 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A3 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
