2008 Audi A5 vs. 1967 Nissan President

To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1967 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1967 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan President.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A5 1967 Nissan President
Make Audi Nissan
Model A5 President
Year Released 2008 1967
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2974 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 349 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2860 mm


 

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