2004 Audi A8 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 851 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | 211 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
