2007 BMW M vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
