1977 Holden GTS vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4. 2011 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1977 Holden GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | GTS | A4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2809 mm |
