1971 BMW 3 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 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 57 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 BMW 3.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
