1998 BMW 740 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 678 kg more than 1970 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 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
