2006 Audi A8 vs. 1989 Buick Estate
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Buick Estate. 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 1989 Buick Estate. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1989 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 6597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
