2006 BMW M6 vs. 1978 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M6 | 1978 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M6 | Cedric |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |