1992 BMW 540 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 22 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1970 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 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 540 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
