1960 Nissan Cedric vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Cedric | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Cedric | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
