1958 BMW 501 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 501 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 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, 1958 BMW 501 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 501 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 501 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
