1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1373 kg more than 1971 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Daimler | Nissan |
| Model | DE 36 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2700 mm |
