2012 Audi S5 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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 S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 1977 Holden Kingswood has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden Kingswood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi S5 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | S5 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2830 mm |
