2007 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
