2003 BMW 520 vs. 1986 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1986 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1986 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
