1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cedric | 325 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
