1996 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
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 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S6 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 74 L |
