1998 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 330 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
