2007 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
