1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 39 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 1275 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cherry | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Cherry | 740 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3071 mm |