2001 Audi A8 vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 38 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1440 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 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
