1971 BMW 3 vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
