2009 Audi S8 vs. 1973 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1973 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 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, 2009 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S8 | 1973 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | S8 | Riviera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |