1976 BMW 628 vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1976 BMW 628 is newer by 3 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 628 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
