2005 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan GT-R. (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
