2009 Audi R8 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1961 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
