1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 709 kg more than 1974 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 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Cherry | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |