2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1967 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB9 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
