1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1106 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 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cherry | 535 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2968 mm |
