1965 Holden EH vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Holden EH. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | EH | A4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
