2005 BMW 530 vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1968 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
