1988 BMW M3 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1961 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, 1988 BMW M3 (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
