2009 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 830 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 1979 Buick Electra 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 1979 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, 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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
