1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
