1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 38 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 625 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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Cherry | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Cherry | 125 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |