1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1973 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 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cherry | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
