1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 45 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 439 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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cedric | X1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
