1971 BMW 3 vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 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 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1963 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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
