2008 Audi S6 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1971 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, 2008 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S6 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
