2007 Audi S8 vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S8 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
