1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1968 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 400 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
