2006 Audi S4 vs. 1966 Nissan President

To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1966 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1966 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan President.

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2006 Audi S4 1966 Nissan President
Make Audi Nissan
Model S4 President
Year Released 2006 1966
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2974 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 340 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 237 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2860 mm