1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 42 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 769 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cedric | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2968 mm |
