2011 Audi A8 vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Century.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A8 | 1986 Buick Century | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Century |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 372 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2662 mm |
