1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 537 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | W12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
