1969 Nissan Cedric vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1969 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, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Cedric | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cedric | 530 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| 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 | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
