1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1974 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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cherry | X6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| 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 | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2933 mm |
