1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1969 Holden Brougham. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Brougham | A5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
