1986 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 1972 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M6 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
