1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 43 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 860 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, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cedric | X5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2934 mm |
