2009 BMW 530 vs. 1965 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1965 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1965 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
