1961 BMW 700 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 220 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Nissan Cherry (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2400 mm |
