1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1963 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Nissan Cedric | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Cedric | Z4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2497 mm |