2008 BMW 130 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 38 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 160 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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
