1996 Audi A8 vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1963 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 A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
