2009 BMW 523 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 523 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
