2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 39 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 600 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
