1992 BMW 545 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1992 BMW 545 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1971 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 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 545 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
