1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 729 kg more than 1963 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Volante | Cedric |
Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |