2005 BMW M6 vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1963 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 M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M6 | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M6 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
