2009 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera

To start off, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A8 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 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A8 1968 Buick Riviera
Make Audi Buick
Model A8 Riviera
Year Released 2009 1968
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 7050 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 444 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 645 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 106.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 99.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 193 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1995 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 75 L


 

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