2008 BMW 630 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 275 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 630 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 630 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
