1998 BMW 328 vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 35 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 545 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 328 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
