1972 BMW 3 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1972 BMW 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1970 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, 1972 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
