1996 BMW M3 vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 36 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
