1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 730 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Cherry | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |