1992 BMW 740 vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
