2009 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Riviera (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 456 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 1970 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 1970 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. 1970 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 1970 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A4 | Riviera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |