1958 BMW 600 vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1967 Nissan Cedric is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 740 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Nissan Cedric (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2700 mm |
