2007 BMW 318 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 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 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
