2007 Audi A4 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A4 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5042 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
