1965 Holden EH vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 43 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 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 495 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 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | EH | A6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3121 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
