1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 395 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Cedric | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |