2007 Audi A4 vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1965 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A4 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
