2009 Audi A8 vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 1954 Buick 70 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 1954 Buick 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8, 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1954 Buick 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | 70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2772 cc | 5274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3230 mm |
