2007 Audi S8 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 52 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 1190 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Sports |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2160 mm |
