2006 Audi A8 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |
