2009 BMW 125 vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1963 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 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 125 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
