1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 50 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Because 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 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 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Holden | Audi |
Model | FB Special | A8 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2992 mm |