2009 BMW 120 vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1962 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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 120 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
