1988 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan 300 ZX | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | 300 ZX | A6 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 441 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2912 mm |