2009 BMW X5 vs. 1969 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1969 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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1969 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
