2006 BMW M3 vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 43 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 570 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
