1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Holden | Audi |
Model | Kingswood | A8 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2992 mm |