2005 Ford GT vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 187 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
