1976 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 36 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 489 kg more than 1976 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cedric. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1976 Nissan Cedric has manual transmission. 1976 Nissan Cedric will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cedric | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cedric | 535 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2968 mm |
