2007 Audi S8 vs. 1994 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. 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 1994 Buick Roadmaster. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1994 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S8 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
