1999 Lotus M250 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 38 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | M250 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
