2000 Audi A8 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2670 mm |
