1984 BMW 725 vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1984 BMW 725 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 725 | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 725 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
