2009 BMW M6 vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M6 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
