1990 BMW 316 vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
