1976 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cedric.
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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Nissan Cedric | 2010 BMW 330 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Cedric | 330 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |