2007 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 202 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 7050 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
