2005 Audi A8 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. 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 A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Sports |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2160 mm |
