2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1968 Nissan President

To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi RS6 1968 Nissan President
Make Audi Nissan
Model RS6 President
Year Released 2002 1968
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2974 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 444 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2860 mm