2007 Audi S8 vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric 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 326 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
