1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1977 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 520 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Cherry | 520 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2968 mm |
