2001 Audi A8 vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH 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 171 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. 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 1965 Holden EH. 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 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | EH |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
