1987 BMW 320 vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 72 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
