2012 Nissan GT-R vs. 1988 Audi V8
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1988 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan GT-R | 1988 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | GT-R | V8 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 607 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
