1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cherry | 911 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
