2007 BMW 318 vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1962 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, 2007 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
