2009 Audi S6 vs. 1968 Nissan President
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S6 | 1968 Nissan President | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S6 | President |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |