1999 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 24 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 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 |
