1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 670 kg more than 1972 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cherry | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2475 mm |
