1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1976 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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cherry | X5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2933 mm |
