1990 BMW 316 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
