2005 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 30 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 95 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
