2007 Audi S8 vs. 1988 Buick Electra
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Electra. 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 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 1988 Buick Electra | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | S8 | Electra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |