1990 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
