2007 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1973 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
