2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1965 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1965 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1965 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 360 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
