2007 Audi RS4 vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1963 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 RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | RS4 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
