1991 BMW 730 vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1991 BMW 730 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 730 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 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, 1991 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 730 | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
