1954 BMW 502 vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1966 Nissan Cedric is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 502 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
