1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1971 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cherry | 535 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2969 mm |
