2005 BMW 530 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1971 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
