1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | FB Special | R8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2649 mm |
