1990 BMW 850 vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
