2007 BMW M5 vs. 1969 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1969 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 1969 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
