2008 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A8 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1997 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
