1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1968 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cedric | 335 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
