2002 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 27 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 310 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
