2000 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1968 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, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW M3 | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
