1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cherry | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
