1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (127 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cedric | 118 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
