1996 BMW M3 vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
