2003 BMW 730 vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 BMW 730 is newer by 35 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 730 weights approximately 464 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, 2003 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 730 | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
