1965 Pontiac Catalina vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 48 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) has 168 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 256 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 1965 Pontiac Catalina has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Pontiac Catalina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Pontiac Catalina | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Catalina | A5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 6891 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 625 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2751 mm |
