1973 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1973 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cedric | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cedric | 328 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
