2005 Audi A6 vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1962 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, 2005 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
