2007 Audi A8 vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | Drover |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
