2009 Audi S6 vs. 1972 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric 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 217 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1972 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S6 | 1972 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S6 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
