2004 BMW 525 vs. 1987 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1987 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1987 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
