1994 BMW 735 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 23 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 500 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, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 735 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 735 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
