1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Cherry | A8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3122 mm |
