2008 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.

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2008 Audi A6 1970 Nissan Bluebird
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Bluebird
Year Released 2008 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1780 cc 1427 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2430 mm