2006 Audi A8 vs. 1985 Buick Wildcat
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1985 Buick Wildcat | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Wildcat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
