2011 Audi A8 vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A8 | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 372 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2670 mm |
