2012 Audi R8 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi R8 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | R8 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1267 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2590 mm |
