2002 Audi A8 vs. 1966 Nissan President
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President 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 221 more horse power than 1966 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1966 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 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, 2002 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1966 Nissan President | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | President |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
