1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cedric | 320 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
