2007 Audi A3 vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 703 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Buick 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Buick 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A3 | 1954 Buick 70 | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A3 | 70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3230 mm |