1994 BMW M5 vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1968 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M5 | Cedric |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |