2002 Audi A8 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1961 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
