1996 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,261 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1960 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A6 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
