2000 Audi R8 vs. 1966 Holden EH
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden EH would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden EH weights approximately 1183 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 R8 (339 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1966 Holden EH | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | R8 | EH |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
