1974 BMW 3 vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1974 BMW 3 is newer by 1 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 113 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, 1974 BMW 3 (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
