2009 Audi A8 vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. 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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
