2009 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 41 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A4 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
