1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 390 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 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 530 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cedric | 530 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2968 mm |
