2009 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 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, 2009 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
