1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 733 kg more than 1961 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 400 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
