2007 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Cedric. (168 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1985 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
