2004 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1965 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | President |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
