1960 Nissan Cedric vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 46 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Cedric | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
