2003 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 576 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Quattroporte | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |
