1972 Nissan Cedric vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cedric | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cedric | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
