1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 990 kg more than 1962 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Virage | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
