1977 BMW 530 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1977 BMW 530 is newer by 4 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 530 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 530 weights approximately 675 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, 1977 BMW 530 (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 530 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |