2003 BMW 520 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1961 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
