1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1971 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 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 535 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cedric | 535 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2968 mm |
