2009 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi A4 1968 Buick Riviera
Make Audi Buick
Model A4 Riviera
Year Released 2009 1968
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2975 cc 7050 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 645 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 106.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 99.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 236 km/hour 193 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 75 L