1971 BMW Touring vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 100 kg more than 1962 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 Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Touring | Cedric |
Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |