2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-350 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2540 mm |
