2008 Audi S8 vs. 1965 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S8. (540 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1965 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S8 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
