1972 BMW 520 vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1972 BMW 520 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 96 kg more than 1972 BMW 520.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (165 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
