1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 41 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 320 weights approximately 800 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Cherry | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Cherry | 320 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |