1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 731 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cherry | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
