2009 Audi A8 vs. 1985 Buick Wildcat
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1985 Buick Wildcat | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Wildcat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
