1967 Nissan Cedric vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1999 Panoz Esperante is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Panoz Esperante.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Cedric | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Cedric | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
