1995 BMW 730 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1995 BMW 730 is newer by 24 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 425 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, 1995 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 730 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 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 |
