1998 BMW 325 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 27 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 66 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, 1998 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
