2009 Audi A6 vs. 1969 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 565 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 1969 Holden Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Holden Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Brougham. (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1969 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A6 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
