1999 Audi S8 vs. 1967 Nissan President
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1967 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 1967 Nissan President | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S8 | President |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |