1979 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1979 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 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Cedric | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Cedric | 335 |
Year Released | 1979 | 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 | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |