2007 Audi S8 vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Century 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) has 335 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Century. 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) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S8 | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2664 mm |
