1965 Pontiac Catalina vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Pontiac Catalina 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 1965 Pontiac Catalina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3, 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Pontiac Catalina | 2008 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Catalina | A3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6891 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 625 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2580 mm |
