2006 BMW 120 vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 120 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
