2005 BMW 730 vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1967 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 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1320 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 |
