1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 49 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 855 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Cedric | SRX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2807 mm |
