1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1996 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 167 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 Porsche Boxster (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cedric | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2420 mm |
