1970 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1970 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, 2011 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cherry | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cherry | 120 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
