2006 BMW 535 vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 BMW 535 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 535 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1968 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 535 | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 535 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
