2007 Audi A6 vs. 1963 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1963 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
