2000 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1972 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
