2005 Audi A6 vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A6 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
