1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 580 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cherry | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2416 mm |
