1992 BMW 538 vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1992 BMW 538 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1966 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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 538 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
