2007 BMW 545 vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 44 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 620 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 545 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
