2008 Audi S8 vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | S8 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
