1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1969 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (433 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 530 kg more than 1969 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1969 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
