1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z1 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
