1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1961 Nissan Cedric is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1961 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB4 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
