1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1965 BMW 700 is newer by 4 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 425 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cedric | 700 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2130 mm |
