1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1974 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 2002 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
