2009 Audi S8 vs. 1968 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Nissan Gloria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 1968 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
