1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 Ferrari 360 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 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, 1999 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari 360 | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 360 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
